Alan Shearer’s Brutally Honest Prediction for Leicester vs Newcastle Clash
Newcastle United legend Alan Shearer has given his candid prediction for the upcoming Premier League match between Leicester City and Newcastle United. Shearer, known for his straightforward and honest opinions, has made a prediction that may not sit well with Magpies fans.
A Tough Test Ahead
Shearer believes that Newcastle will face a tough test against Leicester City, who have been rejuvenated under new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy. The Foxes have been unbeaten under Van Nistelrooy, garnering four points in two Premier League games.
Newcastle’s Inconsistency a Concern
Shearer has expressed concerns about Newcastle’s inconsistency this season. The Magpies have struggled to string together a run of wins, with five victories, five draws, and five losses leaving them 12th in the Premier League table.
A Close Match Expected
Despite Newcastle’s inconsistencies, Shearer expects a close match between the two teams. He predicts that Newcastle will edge the match 2-1, but acknowledges that Leicester City will provide a stern test.
Shearer’s Verdict
“Leicester City has been a different team under Ruud van Nistelrooy,” Shearer said. “They’ve been unbeaten in their last two games, and I think they’ll give Newcastle a tough test. Newcastle needs to be consistent and start winning games regularly. I think they’ll edge this one 2-1, but it’ll be a close match.”
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Newcastle United fans will be hoping that Shearer’s prediction comes true, but they’ll also be aware that Leicester City will provide a tough test. One thing is certain – this match promises to be an exciting and closely contested encounter.
Two Premier League teams in the bottom half of the table square off at St James’ Park on Saturday afternoon as Newcastle United play host to Leicester City.
The Magpies and the Foxes meet for the first time since May 2023 when they played out a goalless stalemate in the North East.
Two Premier League teams in the bottom half of the table square off at St James’ Park on Saturday afternoon as Newcastle United play host to Leicester City.
The Magpies and the Foxes meet for the first time since May 2023 when they played out a goalless stalemate in the North East.
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Since winning back-to-back Premier League games against Arsenal (1-0) and Nottingham Forest (3-1), Newcastle have failed to come out on top in any of their last four matches, picking up just two points in the process.
The Magpies rescued a respectable point in a thrilling 3-3 home draw with leaders Liverpool in their first game of December, but they suffered a “really frustrating” and “disappointing” 4-2 defeat at Brentford last weekend in the eyes of Eddie Howe, who bemoaned his side’s defensive performance.
Five wins, five draws and five defeats have been posted by Newcastle across their 15 Premier League fixtures this season, and their inconsistent form leaves them sitting 12th in the table, five points behind the top six and seven points behind the top four.
Newcastle have been criticised by some, including club legend Alan Shearer, for only turning up for the so-called bigger games in recent weeks. Howe’s side have taken points from Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and high-flying Nottingham Forest since the end of September, but they failed to beat Everton, Crystal Palace, West Ham United and Brentford, losing the latter two teams.
The Magpies can take optimism from their record against newly-promoted teams, as they have lost just one of their last 21 such matches (W12 D8). However, they have only won one of their last seven top-flight home encounters with Leicester (D1 L5).